Galloway House, Category A listed house in Sorbie, Scotland.
Description
Galloway House is a Category A listed residence in Sorbie, Dumfries and Galloway, built as a substantial country home. The structure shows the symmetrical design typical of grand Scottish houses, with stone walls and regularly spaced windows across its front.
History
The house was built during a period when country estates like this demonstrated the wealth and status of Scottish landowners. Its protection as a Category A listed building reflects its importance as an example of residential architecture from that era.
Culture
The house shows how the Scottish landed gentry lived and what they valued in their homes. Walking around it, you can sense the social importance of such residences in the region's history.
Practical
The house is located in the countryside near Sorbie and can be reached from the local roads and paths in the area. It is a private listed building, so visitors should view it from the exterior and respect the property boundaries.
Did you know?
This house is part of a network of important country estates spread across the region that together tell the story of Scottish gentry life. These properties are separated by distance but connected through their shared architectural language and similar historical roles.
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